Exeposé
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Adverse weather conditions force RAG to cancel hitch hike Tom Payne Editor ADVERSE weather conditions forced RAG to cancel its charity hitch hike to Berlin last week. After reviewing the weather conditions on the continent, it was deemed unsafe for students to hitch given the outside air temperature. It was originally thought that a coach trip to Berlin could replace the hitch, but given the cost, and the drop-out rate, coach travel was deemed unfeasible. The proceeds from the RAG hitch would have been donated to four of RAGs nominated charities. A spokesman for RAG said: “It is a great shame to cancel what was set to be a great event raising money for RAG’s charities. However, given the weather in Northern Europe at the moment it would not have been safe for our team of hitch-hikers. “The two boys who organised the event are incredibly disappointed after all the hard work they put in but accept that it would be unsafe given the circumstances. The Guild’s primary concern is with student welfare, in this instance the safety of students could not be guaranteed. “Those that signed up to the hitchhike will be able to get a full refund from RAG and we thank them for the fundraising efforts they have put in already. Fortunately there are plenty of RAG events to get involved in over the next few days for disappointed hitchers. “We are running a whole host of Comic Relief events finishing with Friday night’s comedy cabaret at Hole in the Wall. On Saturday we have the brilliant Lukie’s ‘Take Me Out’ in CrossKeys.”.
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Exeter Chiefs’ home ground long-listed for 2015 World Cup
Photo: Josh Irwandi
Raj Kular Senior Reporter
“We are privileged to play our annual Varsity match at Sandy Park, and the expansion of the capacity would both be exciting for EURFC, but more importantly for the Chiefs team” Bertie Haskins, EURFC Captain
materialise into reality! There is a fantastic link between EURFC and Exeter Chiefs with many University Students having exposure to professional coaching provided by the Chiefs. “Sandy Park is already a fantastic venue. We are privileged to play our an-
nual Varsity match on the grounds, and the expansion of the capacity would both be exciting for Varsity, but more importantly for the Chiefs team whose support can only increase with the increased capacity.”
Gorilla tactics on campus Photo: ITV Westcountry
>> The Giant Gorillas are coming to Exeter this August
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Sexist heckles at Uni debate Jon Jenner Games Editor THE finals of a debate championship between Britain’s oldest universities was blighted by sexist heckles from members of the Glasgow University Union (GUU). Rebecca Meredith, of King’s College, and debating partner Marlena Valles, of Edinburgh University, were subjected to frequent examples of misogynistic abuse during the final of the annual competition. Numerous members of the GUU, hosting the event, were openly commenting on the competitors’ bust size and attractiveness, and consistently booed them “because they were women.” Kitty Parker-Brooks, judging the competiton, was called a “frigid bitch” after asking for an end to the heckling. The GUU has since offered formal apologies to the speakers and insists that the offending members will be dealt with. Cambridge University Society has stated that it will boycott any events in Glasgow until the behaviour is rectified, alongside female students at Glasgow already boycotting GUU events.
EXETER CHIEFS’ home ground, Sandy Park, has been long-listed as a potential venue for the Rugby World Cup in 2015. It has been included on a list of 17 venues by England Rugby 2015, the tournament’s organising body. Sandy Park is one of only four rugby venues on the list of stadiums, which include famous grounds such as Twickenham and the Millennium Stadium.
The current 10,744 capacity ground, which has permission to expand up to 20,000, shall increase to 12,000 by the time the tournament comes to take place. England Rugby 2015 chief executive, Debbie Jevans, stated: “We are finalising venues and the match schedule in conjunction with Rugby World Cup Limited and will publish the final list in the next few weeks.” Bertie Haskins, Club Captain of the University of Exeter Rugby Club, stated: “I think it would be fantastic if Sandy Park hosts some of the 2015 World Cup games. I am very hopeful that this will
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Zoe Bulaitis Editor THE UNIVERSITY OF EXETER has signed up to sponsor a unique piece of three-dimensional public art – a lifesize model gorilla. Numerous life-size gorillas will be sponsored by businesses and charities across Exeter and Torbay. “The Great Gorillas” will be invading the streets of Exeter from Saturday 3rd August until Sunday 13th October 2013. The project is an opportunity to showcase the wealth of artistic talent, while highlighting the significant conservation threat facing wild gorillas and how the local business community can make a difference. The University is looking to create a unique Gorilla to contribute to the project, and are asking students to design the sculpture. Entries must be submitted through a specific gorilla shaped form online or picked up from
a stand in the Forum Street from 25 March until 10 April, or from the Student Information Desk in the Forum.
“I cannot wait to have a life-size gorilla on campus looking forward to getting up close and personal” Ben Murphie, Fourth Year English and Spanish Student The winning design will receive a cash prize, alongside the honour of seeing their design being painted and lacquered onto the Great Gorilla. The winning design will be carefully applied by a local artist, in advance of the summer display. Deadline for entries is 10th May. Fourth year English and Spanish student Ben Murphie said “Having seen live gorillas in Rwanda, I welcome the idea of getting up close and personal with a artistic one!”
Men accused of plotting to kill Joss Stone face trial in Exeter Salonee Kakodkar THE trial of two men accused of scheming a murder plot against Devon-based singer Joss Stone will begin in Exeter next week. Junior Bradshaw, 31, and Kevin Liverpool, 34, are accused of conspiring to kill Stone, whose mother owns Exeter nightspot Mama Stone’s, last year. The pair are also accused of conspiracy to commit severe bodily harm and conspiracy to rob. They deny all charges, which relate to an alleged incident at Stone’s home in Devon in June last year. The two initially were arrested in Cullompton on “possession of offensive weapons and being equipped to steal” after being seen driving in the area around the village of Langford in a Fiat Punto, several miles from the singer’s home near Ashill. Once arrested, they were reportedly found in possession of swords, forensic-style overalls, plans of Stone’s house and a body bag. Police say the singer was aware of the arrests. Judge Francis Gilbert QC adjourned proceedings last year in order to permit the defence team more time to explore further medical evidence relating to the case. It was unclear as to whether Stone was at home at the time of the incident. The trial is due to start on Wednesday at Exeter Crown Court.